Lost Me Gained Regret

Edith whipped out her phone and called Herbert. As she approached, she said, "I've asked Herbert to bring it over for you. Don't sweat it; men are there to be bothered." "You should start bothering Gregory more often. You're the only one who can actually get through to him," Edith added.

When Herbert arrived with the shoes, the party was still in full swing.

Throughout the evening, Herbert was practically glued to Bella, affectionately calling her "big sis" and openly showcasing her close ties with the Taylor family.

This move only made everyone more determined to get on Bella's good side.

After all, Herbert had a reputation for being a tough nut to crack...

By the time Gregory and I got back to Elmwood Villas, it was past ten.

Stepping into the elevator, I pressed for the sixth floor, but he hesitated to choose his, leaving me puzzled. He then pinned me against the elevator wall.

His hands gripped my waist as he pulled me closer, his voice husky. "Has the buzz worn off yet?"

"Not yet..."

I had switched to flats earlier, fearing Bella had overindulged, and ended up drinking a few for her.

The ride back was a bit of a blur, and I still felt lightheaded.

into a sly smile as he lifted me slightly, whispering enticingly,

"...There's a camera, surveillance!"

away, wishing I could disappear

forehead, "We're almost there."

if on cue with his words, the elevator came to a

out, he effortlessly grabbed my wrist and followed me out of the elevator. "The wiring at my place is

alcohol, once inside, I leaned against the entryway cabinet, locking eyes

and filled with desire, deeper than

"A long time?"

I was taken aback.

long I've been back, his “long time" didn't quite add

stepped closer, pressing

the cabinet, his eyes

"Since recognized you,

I you but knew I

a man,

landed on my lips, as if

the quiet space with the